Intern – Accounting

Job Description

Accounting Intern – Frankfort, KY (Spring 2027) | Myers & Stauffer

The Tone:
This is an internship at Myers & Stauffer, located in Frankfort, KY. Myers & Stauffer is a certified public accounting and health and human services consulting firm with over 900 associates nationwide. For over 45 years, the firm has specialized in audit, accounting, data management, and consulting services for government-sponsored health care programs, primarily state Medicaid agencies and the federal Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services. This role supports state and federal government health and human service clients who focus on those in need, providing a path for professional growth within a welcoming and collaborative culture, with the potential for direct hire into a full-time position after graduation.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Seasonal
• Location: In-person, Frankfort, KY

• Mission: Perform project-related tasks, apply learned knowledge, and develop an understanding of the firm’s services to support government health care programs.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office suite, spreadsheets, word processing, internet research

What You’ll Actually Do
• Project Management: Perform all aspects of a project or work in progress effectively.
• Knowledge Application: Apply knowledge gained from past experiences and training to future projects and assignments.
• Service Understanding: Develop a comprehensive general understanding of Myers & Stauffer services and the operational work environment.
• Communication & Responsiveness: Respond promptly and thoroughly to all inquiries and requests from colleagues and clients.
• Goal Attainment: Strive to attain goals established by direct supervisors, demonstrating a positive attitude and contributing to objectives.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-level position for individuals currently working toward a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in accounting or a related field.
• Experience: Active participation in student organizations and prior work experience is preferred; no specific years of professional experience are required for this internship role.
• Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, excellent verbal and written communication skills, well-organized with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail, ability to effectively multi-task and manage multiple deadlines efficiently, and proficient use of applicable software programs, including the Microsoft Office suite.
• Bonus: A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.25.